2011 Infiniti Qx56 Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2011 Infiniti Qx56.

20102012
Complaints
94
Crashes
0
Fires
3
Injuries
0
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2011 Infiniti Qx56 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#137 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:107,907 mi
#218 complaints

Fuel System

Avg mileage:95,281 mi
#39 complaints

Suspension Failures

Avg mileage:69,234 mi
Fires:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2011 Infiniti Qx56.

Engine Problems
37
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
107,907
Fuel System
18
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
95,281
Suspension Failures
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
69,234
Transmission / Drivetrain
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Catalytic Convertor
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Windshield
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Frontal
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2011 Infiniti Qx56

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~216,678 vehicles.

20V188000Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module
~216,678 affected

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2012-2017 NV Cargo and NV Passenger Van, 2013-2015 Titan and Armada and 2011-2012 Infiniti QX56 vehicles. Due to a manufacturing issue, the air bag inflator may not function properly or may rupture during deployment.

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2011 Infiniti Qx56 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2011 Infiniti Qx56 reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2011 Infiniti Qx56 has 94 NHTSA complaints, 0 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 37 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2011 Infiniti Qx56?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (37 complaints, avg 107,907 mi); Fuel System (18 complaints, avg 95,281 mi); Suspension Failures (9 complaints, avg 69,234 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2011 Infiniti Qx56?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 98,918 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
Does the 2011 Infiniti Qx56 have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 216,678 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2011 Infiniti Qx56?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Infiniti Qx56 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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